Jocko Podcast 179: Playing The Long Game. Millennials, Mindset, and Leadership Mistakes from Battle, w/ Jason Gardner.
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May 29, 2019 
Jason Gardner, a retired Navy Master Chief Petty Officer with vast SEAL Teams experience, shares invaluable insights on leadership and resilience. He reflects on the chaos of combat and the importance of communication in high-pressure situations. Gardner also discusses the long-game mentality in personal and professional growth, advocating for autonomy over control. He navigates through the complexities of mentoring and the need for self-reflection in leadership, illustrating how military experiences can significantly shape one's character and actions.
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Chaotic Punk Show
- Jason Gardner recounts a chaotic punk rock show he attended at age 15.
- The show featured bands like DI, Plain Rap, the Dickies, and the Circle Jerks, with the crowd erupting into mosh pits and firecrackers.
Honoring a Fallen SEAL
- Jason Gardner shares the story of Scotty Wirtz, a Navy SEAL who died in Syria.
- Wirtz's funeral procession demonstrated immense respect from the St. Louis community, highlighting national unity.
Common Values
- Jason Gardner believes that most Americans share common values despite political differences.
- He suggests that misrepresentation and semantics contribute to perceived division.